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‘American Pickers’ Frank Fritz put under guardianship – things went downhill after bad engagement

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Reality shows gained extreme popularity in recent years and people seem to love them more and more.

American Pickers is one such show. It follows experts Mike and Frank as they scavenge people’s homes, garages, and basements for treasure. However, after over a decade, The History Channel announced that Frank Fritz would be departing from the cast of the show and the reason why is a sad one.

Fritz experienced health issues in recent years following the massive break up with the woman he loved.

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He and Diann Bankson met when he was 25 and got involved in an off-and-on relationship. Eventually, in 2017, they got engaged and moved in together a year later at an Iowa farmhouse they bought.

However, by the end of 2018, they started accusing each other of infidelity. She claimed she caught him with another woman, and he said how she was dating someone else for the last two years and a half. Despite that, he wanted to marry her, but the two didn’t reconcile.

“She’s the cheater, that’s why I got a tattoo saying ‘Once a cheater, always a cheater,” Fritz told The Sun. He added that the tattoo was to serve as a reminder to not make “the same mistake again.” He then said that Diann “cost” him a lot of money.

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It was then that he started drinking excessively and that took a toll on his health.

In 2020, after a back surgery, Fritz didn’t appear on his show again although he believed he would be given another chance.

At the same time, Diann started dating another man and made sure she posted how much she loved him.

During an occasion, she wrote of her new love, “He took me to see Elton John’s Yellow Brick Road Farewell Tour. I’m a lucky girl. Love you, Babe oxo.”

In July 2022, Fritz suffered a massive stroke. A friend of his found him on the floor and called the emergency.

Once he was released from the hospital, Fritz was sent to a nursing facility and placed under guardianship. It was reported that a friend of his filed a Guardian’s Initial Care Plan for Protected Person on October 18. In part, the court document read, “Because of his stroke, Mr. Fritz’s decision-making capacity is so impaired that he is unable to care for his own safety, or to provide for necessities such as food, shelter, clothing, or medical care without which physical injury or illness may occur. Mr. Fritz’s is unable to make, communicate, or carry out important decisions concerning his own financial affairs.

“Appointment of a guardian and conservator is necessary to avoid immediate harm to him,” the court ruled.

As his guardian, the friend would also be expected to file a yearly report.

We truly hope the former American Pickers host would be able to recover in the period that follows.

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Blake Shelton is in our hearts and prayers

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From the moment his debut single Austin was released, Blake Shelton became a true sensation. Today, the country music star and TV personality who has been judge on the televised singing competitions Nashville Star, and Clash of the Choirs, as well as a coach on NBC’s The Voice since its inception, has sold his albums gold and platinum.

The singer has been married to No Doubt lead singer Gwen Stefani.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected every single person, in one way or another, Shelton and Stefani spent quite some time in his native Oklahoma before they moved to their LA mansion, and the lockdown took its tool when it came to Shelton’s physical appearance.

The singer was practically unrecognizable during a virtual concerts and that made his fans raise concerns over his health.

Shelton then opened up about the unhealthy eating habits he developed during the quarantine, including consuming plenty of cheeseburgers and beer which led to him gaining weight.

Allegedly, the musician suffered a minor heart-attack and that was his wake-up call that he needed to change his lifestyle.

According to media outlets, he south help from his fellow colleague Kelly Clarkson who advised him to try the keto diet, which is a very strict low-carb diet that helps the body get into a state of ‘ketosis.’

Apparently, this diet helped him lose weight, and today, he is looking better than ever.

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Charlbi Dean cause of death revealed

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Charlbi Dean, the South-African star in-the-making best known for her portrayals in Black Lightning and Triangle of Sadness, died in August at the age of 32 in a matter of hours after she complained of feeling unwell.

According to her brother, Alex Jacobs, who spoke to Rolling Stones, his sister asked from her fiancé to take her to the emergency room, but unfortunately, she passed away.

“This happened literally within the span of a day: getting a headache, going to sleep, waking up her boyfriend and saying please take me to the hospital,” Alex explained.

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Now, four months after the devastating tragedy, the New York City medical examiner confirmed Dean’s death was caused by bacterial sepsis, as per Fox News.

The result of the autopsy read that the actress had “bacterial (Capnocytophaga) sepsis complicating asplenia due to remote blunt force trauma of torso.”

One reason she developed this infection in the first place may have something to do with an accident she was involved in some years prior.

When she was 18 years old, Dean was involved in a car crash which left her with a broken back, broken ribs, and a broken wrist. She was forced to undergo a life-threatening surgery during which her spleen was removed. Unfortunately, when a person is left without this organ, there is a small risk that infections may develop.

“[The spleen is] involved in fighting off infections, and that could have had something to do with what happened,” Jacobs said. “Her spleen not being there just added on to the reason why she perhaps couldn’t fight it off.”

Another possible reason how she contracted the bacteria is from dogs’ or cats’ scratches or bites.

 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Capnocytophaga germs can spread to people through bites, scratches, or close contact from a dog or cat and may cause illness, including sepsis.

“People with certain health conditions are at greater risk of infection, but anyone could become sick from Capnocytophaga bacteria.”

Since the full autopsy has not been provided, it is not certain how Dean contracted the bacteria which claimed her life.

After her death, her fiancé, Luke Valker, shared a video on Instagram which he captioned, “Nothing I write here will ever feel good enough. She’s the best person I’ve ever met and I was the luckiest guy in the world to have spent my days with her. I hope there’s a heaven up there.”

The director of the satirical movie Triangle of Sadness, in which Dean starred alongside Woody Harrelson and Harris Dickinson and managed to shine, Ruben Östlund was in shock when he heard of the star’s passing.

“It is an honour to have gotten to know and work with her,” he wrote on his Instagram.

”Charlbi had a care and sensitivity that lifted her colleagues and the entire film crew. The thought that she will not be by our side in the future makes me very sad.”

The Guardian’s famous film critic, Peter Bradshaw, wrote, “Charlbi Dean was a true star-in-the-making. Her loss is a huge one.”

Dean was very proud of her role in the film which won this year’s top prize at the Cannes Film Festival, the Palme d’Or. She passed away before its premiere.

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Lilibet Diana’s Godfather Has Been Revealed

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The newest Netflix docuseries featuring Harry and Meghan caused quite a stir as all the six episodes are now available to stream.

The Sussexes told their side of the story but things have been pretty quiet across the pond as neither Buckingham Palace nor Kensington Palace offered any comments regarding what was said.

One of the things that caught the attention of many concerns sweet Lilibet. Among the rest, Harry and Meghan revealed who their daughter’s godfather is.

Meghan and Harry first met 53-year-old filmmaker Tyler Perry back in 2018 when he sent her a letter of support amid the drama with Meghan’s father, Thomas Markle, that preceded the royal wedding.

Back then, photos of him getting ready for the wedding emerged and later it turned out that they were staged as photographers paid him for them. That resulted in a row between the father and the daughter and Thomas didn’t attend the wedding.

While Meghan was going through the ordeal, Perry offered his support and sympathized with her.

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After they got in touch, Meghan opened up to him of her struggles with the media. “To tell Meghan that I felt her feelings were valid, [that] hurt. I didn’t want to have to say that to her — I didn’t want her to feel that. But I didn’t want to lie to her,” Perry said.

“To use the institution to try and do all the things that a batterer would do — like, ‘Here’s what we’re gonna do: We’re gonna cut off the money, we’re gonna not leave you security, we’re gonna do all those things to make you comply and come back,’” Perry continued, and added that the couple was ‘abused’ by the Palace.

When the Sussexes decided to step down from their royal duties and settle in the States, Perry offered them one of his LA homes.

Being at a place they could call home, even for a while was a bliss for Harry and Meghan. No one knew where they were exactly and they could experience a normal life.

Speaking to Oprah, in the infamous interview during which many allegations were made against the Firm, Meghan said, “We didn’t have a plan. We needed a house and he [Tyler Perry] offered his security as well, so it gave us breathing room to try to figure out what we were going to do.”

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For everything he did for them, Harry and Meghan honored Perry the best they could, by asking him to be Lili’s godfather.

He was totally surprised by the offer, to say the least.

“I go, ‘Okay, what’s going on?’ They said, ‘Well, we’d like for you to be Lili’s godfather.’ I go, ‘Whoa.’ I had to take a minute to take that in. And I thought, ‘I’d be honored. I’d absolutely be honored,” Perry said in the documentary series.

“I called them back and go, ‘Uh, hold on a second — does this mean we gotta go over [to the U.K.] and do all of that in church with [the royal family] and figure all that out? ‘Cause I don’t wanna do that. ‘Maybe we can do a little private ceremony here [in the U.S.] and let that be that,’” Perry continued. 

The episodes of the documentary are available on Netflix.

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Bruce Willis finally receives positive news after his diagnosis

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Back in the day when Bruce Willis and Demi Moore were a thing, all eyes were on them. They were considered one of Hollywood’s most powerful couples and even after their divorce, which took place four years after welcoming their third daughter together, they remained very close friends.

Even today, they never leave each other’s side, although they moved on and married other people. Today, the Die Hard star is married to wife Emma Hemming, with whom he has children, but Moore still spends a bunch of time with Willis, especially after the devastating diagnosis he received some months ago.

Willis’s family announced that he stepped away from the acting career that meant so much to him following the aphasia diagnosis, a condition which affects one’s ability to communicate.

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The statement read, “To Bruce’s amazing supporters, as a family we wanted to share that our beloved Bruce has been experiencing some health issues and has recently been diagnosed with aphasia, which is impacting his cognitive abilities.”

People close to the family say that they all hope to get as much time with the Pulp Fiction star as they can as his health is deteriorating, according to sources close to the family who also claimed that “Bruce can’t say much, and it doesn’t appear like he understands much of what people say,” so Emma serves as his spokesperson and communicator.

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While their girls were growing up, Willis and Moore did their best to keep them out of the spotlight.

Rumer, the couple’s eldest daughter, once opened about that and said she has been thankful for the protection her parents offered over the years.

“I think at that time I didn’t have as much of an understanding of the public side of it to have that affect me as much,” she told Larry King as an adult.

“I’m so thankful and grateful that my parents made such an effort at that time. They always made an effort to do all of the family events still together and made such an effort to still have our family be as one unit, as opposed to two separate things, which I think really made an impact.”

However, being a daughter of two celebs like Willis and Moore, Rumer became a victim of online bulling by the famous blogger Perez Hilton. He later apologized for his behavior.

“They said I had a huge jaw. They said I had a ′potato head,’” Rumer recalled. “When you’re 14 or 15, I didn’t really understand having value in myself yet. My mind went to, ‘OK, so if I get skinny or if I dress the right way or present myself very hyper-sexually and dress this way, then I’ll be valued.’”

Now, Rumer shared some exciting news that brought positivity in the family especially after Bruce Willis’ diagnosis which left everyone devastated.

Rumer and her boyfriend, Derek Richard Thomas, announced they are expecting their first child, which means that Willis and Moore would become grandparents for the first time.

They shared the exciting news with a photo of Rumer’s bump which her loved one kisses.

Moore reacted to the news by posting on Instagram herself. She wrote, “Entering my hot kooky unhinged grandma era.” 

We are so happy for the family.

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Alan Jackson makes major announcement after 43 years of marriage

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With 150 million records sold globally, Alan Jackson is without a doubt one of the most prominent country musicians the world has ever seen. Known for blending traditional honky-tonk and mainstream country pop sounds, Jackson’s list of awards is so long we stopped counting. Among the rest, he is a recipient of two Grammy Awards, 16 CMA Awards, 17 ACM Awards and nominee of multiple other awards.

In 2001, Jackson was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, while in 2017 and 2018, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame respectively.

Jackson is also a member of the Grand Ole Opry.

Besides being a music legend, Jackson is also a family man. He and his wife Denise Jackson have been married for more than 40 years, and now that Christmas is just around the corner, they have yet another reason for celebration.

On December 13, two days prior to their 43rd anniversary, they became grandparents for the first time.

When they tied the knot, Alan was 21 and Denise was 19 years old. Twenty years into their marriage, they separated but didn’t divorce and they reconciled eventually.

Alan and Denise have three daughters, Mattie Denise Selecman, Alexandra Jane “Ali”, and Dani Grace.

When Ali gave birth to her baby boy, Alan shared the exciting news on Instagram along with a photo of him and Denise posing with the little one.

“Denise and I are celebrating our 43rd wedding anniversary with our new grandson Jackson Alvie Bradshaw. Ali and Sam welcomed Jack into the world on Dec 13, 2022. So happy that this little guy has made us grandparents!”

This year, Alan Jackson received the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award which honors “an iconic artist who has attained the highest degree of recognition in Country Music.”

“I’ve had a great team around me my whole career that has helped me, great songwriters. I’ve been so fortunate to have all that to help me get this far. I can’t thank everybody who’s been in my life all these years, but I do have to say thanks to my wife Denise, over there somewhere,” he said in his speech.

We congratulate the Jacksons to the new addition to their family.

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Mother loses hair while fighting tumor, so her son grows out his hair to make her a wig

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There is nothing a mother wouldn’t do for her children, and luckily, there are also children out there who are more than lucky to return the favor.

Melanie Shaha,a mom from Gilbert, Arizona, started experiencing dull headaches. As they became more and more frequent, she decided to visit a doctor who determined she had a tumor on the pituitary gland. This gland is small and oval-shaped and is located behind the nose, near the underside of the brain. Its main function is to secrete hormones into the bloodstream which affect other organs and glands such as the thyroid, the reproductive organs, and the adrenal glands.

Melanie undergone a surgery and had the tumor removed.

“I had surgery to remove the tumor and I had a really great outcome,” the mother of six told TODAY Parents.

Sadly, some years later, the tumor returned and Melanie had undergone another surgery. And just when she thought she was finally tumor free, it returned for the third time in 2017 and she was forced to undergo chemo treatments.

“I asked (my doctor), ‘Will I lose my hair?’ and they said ‘No,’” Melanie recalled. “Three months later, I had a big shed and started losing hair. I was surprised.”

“Not having hair, you stick out like a sore thumb and well-meaning people can say things that break your heart,” she added. “I don’t mind being sick but I mind looking sick. I’d rather blend in and not stand out at the store.”

Knowing how much her hair meant to her, Melanie’s son, Matt, made a joke one day saying, “Why don’t I grow out my hair to make a wig for you?” However, that joke turned into something Matt thought about a lot and it turned out to be an awesome idea.

Having graduated from university, he had the freedom to grow his hair as much as he wanted.

As he started growing his hair, his mom would often give him compliments.

“I would tell him, ‘I love your hair’ and he’d say, ‘Coming soon to a head near you!’” she shared.

By March, Matt has grown his hair to 12 inches, enough for a wig to be made for his loving mother.

“We were super pumped and when they started cutting, we bawled,” Melanie said of the day Matt’s coworkers helped him have his hair cut.

Matt then sent his hair to a Newport Beach, California located company called Compassionate Creations which delivered a hand-tied wig to Melanie in June.

“The family was such a joy to work with,” co-founder Veronica Balch told the outlet. “When someone selflessly shaves their head for a family member, it makes what we do even more special.”

What’s most, Melanie loves her wig very much. “The color is spectacular and we had it cut and styled with a hairdresser,” she said. “Matt said it looks great on me.”

This proud mother said she couldn’t have received a better gift from her son. “It sure fills your emotional cup,” she said.

We are so glad there are still children like Matt out there who would go to great lengths for their parents.

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Who is Veronica Hamel and where is she today?

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Veronica Hamel’s charm and beauty paved her way to a modeling career early in life and that led to an acting career which left her with over 50 acting credits under her belt.

Born in 1943 in Philadelphia, to a father who was a carpenter and a mother who was a housewife, Veronica had a strict Catholic upbringing. “My working-class background made me hungry for things, and more ambitious, possibly because there’s so far to go. You need a great deal of courage. It gives you a certain incentive when you’re brought up in a background where you’re not afforded many luxuries,” Veronica told The Buffalo News in 1982.

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When she was 17, this beautiful lady started her modeling career and soon after a role in the 1971 neo-noir crime thriller Klute followed. However, of all the roles she’s ever landed, that of gorgeous and intelligent public defender Joyce Davenport on the classic TV series Hill Street Blues is her most prominent one.

Back then, her character was one of the most fierce female characters on TV, something many men didn’t like her for.

“It took them a while to realize that here is someone you haven’t had to cope with before. That’s what threw everybody off,” Veronica shared with The Buffalo News in 1982.

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Comparing herself to the character that marked her career, Veronica said that although they were similar, she was in fact different than Joyce Davenport in some ways.

“How am I different to Joyce? I’m crazier, more emotional – you don’t have to scratch deep to get a reaction from me – I laugh more, I’m sillier,” the actress told The Courier-News in 1983.

During the filming of Hill Street Blues and after the end of the series, Veronica worked on other films and series, among which the CBS drama miniseries Jacqueline Susann’s Valley Of The Dolls, the 1983 made-for-TV film Sessions, the CBS drama miniseries Kane & Abel, the 1988 romantic comedy film A New Life, and Taking Care Of Business, among the rest. She was also part of ABC’s incredibly popular drama Lost from 2003 to 2010. 

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She was offered the role of Kelly Garrett on Charlie’s Angels but she refused it.

Speaking of that decision, she said, “My business people were in tears, had strokes, convulsion, when I told them I didn’t want to be an angel in 1976.”

Speaking of her acting career, which she retired from in 2010, Veronica said, “I’ve been very fortunate, and I don’t take it for granted. I started working when I was 13. There’s a wonderful tradition in France where you pour a little wine back into the earth. You can’t just be a taker. You have to give something back, or everything just dries up.”

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Veronica has only been married once. Her marriage to actor Michael Irving lasted from 1971 to 1981.

At the age of 70, this woman still looks as stunning as ever.

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The incredible story of billionaire Marcel Amphoux and his wife Sandrine Devillard

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Marcel Amphoux was a man who led quite a quiet life. He was the resident of the stunningly beautiful French village of Puy-Saint-Pierre, a jewel nestled in a valley surrounded by snow-covered peaks in the heart of the Alps.

Marcel lived in a wooden cabin, but over the years, the worth of the several acres of land around the Alps he owned grew plenty, turning him into a millionaire. This, however, hadn’t affected his personality even a bit. He stayed as humble as ever and even built simple chalets and invited some of his family and friends to live there for free.

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Many business owners and real estate agencies tried to persuade him to sell his land which was surrounded by exclusive ski centers and luxurious hotels, but he refused each time.

One day, an attractive blonde Parisian named Sandrine Devillard knocked on Marcel’s door. She as well came with an offer for his land, but Marcel said no once again. She then invited him to dinner and the two became a thing.

She was from Paris and he spent his entire life all by himself, living without electricity or running water, so everyone believed she was there for his money. On top of it, she was 21 years his junior.

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A year later, the two tied the knot at a wedding ceremony attended by almost every resident of the tiny village.

While she was dressed in an elegant and expensive shiny burgundy dress, Marcel, as always, wore old shabby clothes.

Being convinced that she was a gold digger who married Marcel for his money, his family and friends were against the marriage.

“People were booing and jeering. They all knew Marcel well and considered that Sandrine was solely after his property and money,” villager Jacques told the Daily Express.

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What made everyone even more suspicious of Sandrine was that she continued living in Paris while Marcel stayed in his cabin.

“Marcel is a man from the Middle Ages, even prehistoric times,” Sandrine explained. “I am a true Parisian. I still live there. But I visit my husband as often as I can. To see him and to make him smile.”

Around a year after the wedding, Marcel, Sandrine, and two of her friends were involved in a car accident in which Marcel lost his life. Sandrine and her friends survived.

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His family believed Marcel was in fact killed but there was no evidence.

Soon after his passing, Sandrine, who believed was the sole heir of her husband’s land and fortune, she demanded from the family members to move out of the cabins Marcel built for them.

However, shortly after, his will emerged. It turned out that Marcel finally decided to listen to his family and friends and left everything to them, leaving his wife with nothing.

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As she couldn’t accept the reality, Sandrine accused the heirs of forging Marcel’s signature and took the case to court. However, according to the French newspaper Dici, the court deemed the signature to be authentic in 2016.

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Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ cause of death revealed

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With the passing of DJ Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss, the world of dance lost a legend.

The saddest part of this loss is the fact that this man who brought laughter and joy wherever he went was suffering in silence and was battling depression. Sadly, not many were aware of his condition as he hid it behind his gorgeously infectious smile.

tWitch’s unrivaled energy and creativity made him a vital part of the dance community and those who knew him will never forget him and his choreography which was known and recognized far and wide.

The famous DJ was part of The Ellen Degeneres Show from 2014 to the show’s conclusion earlier this year and was promoted to co-executive producer in 2020.

Previously, tWitch was a contestant on MTV’s The Wade Robson Project before becoming a runner-up on Star Search. He also took part in So You Think You Can Dance in 2008, ending season 4 as a runner-up and later returning as an All-Star.

According to reports, he checked into a motel just one mile from his Los Angeles-area house on Monday and nothing spoke trouble. Guests at the hotel Oak Tree Inn in Encino, California, where his body was found, said he didn’t look concerned or in distress.

Allegedly, his body was discovered by a motel’s employee after he missed his checkout time at 11 a.m. Investigators believe tWitch was dropped off by an Uber.

The cause of death has officially been ruled out as a suicide, according to Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner.

As reported by TMZ, officers found a left by the late DJ where he wrote of the past challenges he faced. Allegedly, it further read that he could not continue to go on. It is not clear what past challenges Twitch was referring to in the note. No further details have been released.

The news of his passing was shared by his wife, Allison Holker. In a statement for People, she wrote, “It is with the heaviest of hearts that I have to share my husband Stephen has left us.

“Stephen lit up every room he stepped into. He valued family, friends and community above all else and leading with love and light was everything to him. He was the backbone of our family, the best husband and father, and an inspiration to his fans.

“To say he left a legacy would be an understatement, and his positive impact will continue to be felt. I am certain there won’t be a day that goes by that we won’t honour his memory.”

“We ask for privacy during this difficult time for myself and especially for our three children. Stephen, we love you, we miss you, and I will always save the last dance for you.”

Rest in peace, Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss.

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Michael J. Fox struggles to walk due to Parkinson’s Disease, trolls attack him online until son rescues him

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When Michael J. Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, he was just 29 years old and was at the peak of his acting career. He disclosed his condition with the public in 1998 and semi-retired from acting two years later as his health worsened. It took young Michael a lot of time to accept the reality, but he finally decided to make the best out of his life despite the struggles the disease forced him to face.

Along with his wife, Michael established the Michael J. Fox Foundation whose goal is finding cure for Parkinson’s disease through funded research. The organization is currently the largest non-profit funder of Parkinson’s disease research in the world. His dedication to helping patients with the disease he suffers from himself placed him on the 2007 Time Magazine’s list of 100 people “whose power, talent or moral example is transforming the world.”

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Although he continued acting after the diagnosis, his work was mainly focused on lending his voice in films like Stuart Little and Disney’s Atlantis: The Lost Empire.

The actor has written four books, Lucky Man: A Memoir (2002), Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist (2009), A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Future: Twists and Turns and Lessons Learned (2010) and his fourth, No Time Like the Future, released on November 17, 2021.

He recently revealed that his short term memory is shot and he has difficulties remembering the lines.

A few years ago, he experienced yet another health scare when he started falling down for no reason and it appeared he had a problem with his spinal cord and he needed to do something about it.

“I was told it was benign but if it stayed static I would have diminished feeling in my legs and difficulty moving. Then all of a sudden I started falling – a lot. It was getting ridiculous. I was trying to parse what was Parkinson’s and what was the spinal thing. But it came to the point where it was probably necessary to have surgery,” he said as per The New York Times.

Sadly, his problems were far from over. “I did it all,” he said, “and eventually people asked me to do some acting. Last August I was supposed to go to work. I woke up, walked into the kitchen to get breakfast, misstepped and I went down. I fractured the hell out of my arm and I ended up getting 19 pins and a plate. It was such a blow.”

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The actor has never let his optimism leave his life. Speaking to AARP he said, “If you can find something to be grateful for, then optimism is sustainable. At 60, I just feel like, in spite of this thing I carry every day, I love my life, I love my wife, I love my kids … Parkinson’s is just this thing that’s attached to my life. It isn’t the driver … I’m really lucky, and I try to spread that luck around.”

During a latest appearance in New York, Michael had troubles walking on stage due to his tremor but the fans kept cheering his name.

Sometimes, however, Michael does receive mean comments from internet trolls. Just recently, he was offended by an internet user and he decided to answer back, but as he wasn’t certain as what to reply, he asked his son Sam, 33, for help. Sam told him to only write “SMH.” When Michael asked what that meant, Sam told him to trust him.

Soon after, the actor received a reply from the mean commenter which read, “That’s the funniest thing I’ve ever read in my life. You’re the king of the internet. I apologize for anything I said to you.”

It was then that Sam explained to Michael that the acronym stood for “shaking my head.”

Michael’s children, as well as his loving wife of over 30 years, always have his back, and that makes him a hell of a lucky man.

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Sharon Osbourne experiences health scare and is rushed to the hospital

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Sharon Osbourne was reported to have experienced health scare while filming an episode of Night of Terror, although it has initially been reported that she was working on an episode of Ghost Adventures.

According to the Ventura County Fire Department, they responded to an unspecified emergency call at a historic hotel in Santa Paula at around 6:30 p.m.

The reason for Sharon’s hospitalization remains unclear. What we know is that she has been released from the hospital, according to her son Jake’s Instagram post.

“Ok, here is what I’ll say – first things first MY MOTHER WASN’T FILMING AN EPISODE OF @ghostadventures,” he posted on Saturday. “She was filming an episode of Night of Terror with me. Hahaha.”

His post further read, “Now that we have made that clear…She has been given the all clear from her medical team and is now home. Thank you to everyone who has reached out with love and support.

“As to what happened to my mum – I’m gonna leave it to her to share about it when she’s ready.”

Sadly, when it comes to their health, the last couple of years have been quite challenging for the Osbournes.

Ozzy Osbourne, Sharon’s husband, has been experiencing health issues ever since his quad-bike accident in 2003. In 2019, he was forced to undergo a surgery after he experienced yet another life-threatening fall and dislodged metal screws in his spine.

“I went to the bathroom in the middle of the night, lost my balance, and landed flat on my face,” Ozzy explained.

“When I fell to the ground, I noticed a large white flash and said to myself, ‘you’ve finally accomplished it now.’

“I knew it was serious, and I thought I was paralyzed; thus, I remarked very gently to Sharon, ‘Sharon, I can’t move.’ It appears that I’ve broken my neck. Dial 9-1-1 for an ambulance.”

In 2020, he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

Recently, he underwent yet another major surgery and photos of him show him walking using a cane.

Ozzy, who is British, expressed his wish to return back home to England.

Speaking of his life in America, the Black Sabbath lead singer said, “It’s a very weird place to live right now.” 

The singer told the Observer, “Everything’s f*cking ridiculous there. I’m fed up with people getting killed every day. God knows how many people have been shot in school shootings. And there was that mass shooting in Vegas at that concert … it’s f*cking crazy.

“And I don’t want to die in America. I don’t want to be buried in f*cking Forest Lawn. I’m English. I want to be back. But saying that, if my wife said we’ve got to go and live in Timbuktu, I’ll go. But, no, it’s just time for me to come home.”

We wish the Osbournes only the best in the years to come and we hope they would be able to overcome every obstacle that comes on their way.

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King Charles presents ‘ungracious and unkind’ side after lashing out on Camilla in public, expert claims

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Queen Elizabeth II’s passing and Charles acceding to the throne marked a new era for Britain.

When the late Queen was crowned some 70 years ago, Charles was just a three-year-old boy, who was totally unaware that the event he attended laid the foundation for him to become King one day.

Now that he became King of England, Charles has his hands full, and along with his, his wife Camilla who will be crowned Queen Consort.

When his mother was crowned in 1954, over 8,000 guests were in attendance at the coronation, and 129 nations were officially represented. King Charles is now allegedly planning to significantly reduce that number on his coronation which is planned to take place next year.

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The Palace has confirmed May 6, 2023, to be the date when King Charles’ becomes King of Britain. The coronation, which is given the code-name “Operation Golden Orb,” is set to take place in Westminster Abbey.

The statement regarding this special event Britain hasn’t seen since June 2, 1953, when Queen Elizabeth became the head of monarchy, states that King Charles’ coronation “will reflect the monarch’s role today and look towards the future, while being rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry.”

Further, the statement reads that “The Coronation is a solemn religious service, together with an occasion for celebration and pageantry.”

It was reported that the initial date of the ceremony was planned to be June 3, a day after what would have marked the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s coronation, but May 6 is as significant, at least for the Sussexes, who celebrate Archie’s birthday on that day.

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When it comes to Harry and Meghan, no one knows with certainty whether they will attend the coronation. The rift between them and the royals seems to be getting deeper since the release of their Netflix documentary and the upcoming memoir by Prince Harry titled Spare.

The trailer for the much anticipated documentary featured Meghan Markle and Prince Harry caused quite a stir. At the very beginning, Harry could be heard saying, “No one sees what is happening behind closed doors. I had to do everything I could to protect my family,” while Meghan, who was showed wiping tears at one particular moment, says, “When the stakes are this high, doesn’t it make more sense to hear our story from us?” 

Now that the episodes aired, the members of the Firm haven’t issued any comments but royal insiders claim they are not happy.

One person that is believed to be doing everything in their power to smooth things down is Camilla.

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Last week, she and the King took a visit of the Welsh town of Wrexham. They greeted the public in the city center, and then Charles felt like it was time to go but Camilla was still preoccupied talking to someone else further down the street. Charles apparently got frustrated and asked from his aids to tell Camilla to hurry up.

“Can we try and get her back again? Please, we need to go. I was trying to wait for her, but she goes on,” King Charles said, obviously perturbed.

Judi James, a body language expert, shared her thoughts on Charles’ behavior with Daily Express.

She believes that Charles not only showed off his temper, but also his disloyalty towards his wife.

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“There are no signs of good humour here, just a man pleading to his entourage to get him out of his situation and on to his next booking,” she said.

“I know people are creating empathetic links by saying this is a common theme between husbands and wives and that it makes Charles seem more human, but his wife is the new Queen and he is making a very public scene about her that lowers her status.”

She then went on to add, “It might be understandable that Charles is under a lot of pressure recently, but his mother provided the perfect role model when it came to carrying on with the job without complaining or showing any signs of disloyalty to her nearest and dearest. To speak of his key supporter and fan in this way is ungracious and unkind.”

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“Charles really should have popped back to speak to her in person rather than sounding irritated to other people, or maybe grinned fondly to register ongoing affection,” James said.

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Justin Timberlake heartfelt condolences

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Depression is a silent killer. Many people who experience it suffer in silence before deciding that can’t put up with that feeling any longer.

The tragic passing of the well-known DJ Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss, 40, who was part of The Ellen DeGeneres Show from 2014 to the show’s conclusion earlier this year, is yet another example that we should pay close attention to those around us and help them fight depression before it becomes too late.

tWitch’s death was ruled as a suicide and many of his family and friends can’t believe that someone who produced such joyful music could be experiencing so much pain.

One of those people who were left devastated by tWitch’s passing is singer Justin Timberlake who has been the DJ’s friend for almost two decades.

Timberlake expressed his sadness and encouraged everyone to be more caring and look for one another.

tWiche’s loss touched the dance community to the core. He was a vital part of it and his choreography and dance routines have been known worldwide.

Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss was loved by many and he brought joy wherever he went.

Jojo Siwa, co-judge on So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD) tWitch was a part of, posted a touching tribute to his pal.

“My heart has been shattered into a million pieces. Twitch was a wonderful mentor to me and many others in our SYTYCD family. He brought so much love and light into my life, and I will never forget that.

“He was like a wonderful older brother to me, always encouraging, teaching, giving sound advice, and making me laugh and smile no matter what. That kind of friendship is unique and unusual. We shall all miss him terribly, but we can take solace knowing that he’s now at a better place.”

“Twitch’s wife and three lovely children have my heartfelt love and prayers. We all appreciate his enormous gift, which he shared with us; it would be wonderful to see him again one day (a joke between us that I would forever treasure). Rest assured, Dad, the world will continue to spin in your absence. You are greatly loved brother. Stephen ‘Twitch’ Boss, may you rest peacefully in heaven.”

Among the others who paid their tribute to the life and work of this incredible man are Cheryl Burke, a Dancing With the Stars pro who thanked tWitch for “always putting a smile on my face, being so enthusiastic and inspirational.”

Channing Tatum posted a photo of himself and tWitch and expressed his love for his late friend, saying it is beyond his intellect and heart to imagine that tWitch is forever gone.

Rest in peace, tWitch, you are dearly missed and loved.

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Ancient Roman mosaic floor discovered beneath an Italian vineyard

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The Italian neghborhood Negrar di Valpolicella, located near Verona, at the northeast of the country, has been hiding a secret, and archaeologists were finally able to discover it.

As a group of architects had been working at this place, they stumbled upon a remarkable discovery. Under the ground, there was an intact Roman mosaic, a pure historical treasure.

This was in fact a part of a previous discovery of a building, and although archaeologists knew it existed, they spent decades looking for it without success.

The mosaic floor is believed to be built back in the 3rd century AD, and professionals are currently working on finding a way to excavate it without damaging it.

The country is now considering making this mosaic available and open for the public in agreement with the owner of the land under which it had been discovered.

“The result will not come soon and significant resources will be needed. But it’s important, finally, to track the road.”

The excavation work on the Roman Villa started some 30 years ago and then stopped before it continued last summer by a team from the Superintendent of Archaeology, Fine Arts and Landscape of Verona.

Sadly, because of the pandemic, the work was forced to be delayed until recently when this mosaic was found.

When archaeologist Myko Clelland tweeted about it and posted photos, his post had gone viral almost overnight.

God knows what other marvelous objects that witness of the life of people inhabiting this world long before we came to it the Earth is hiding.

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They were walking on the beach when they found something that others thought was a common rock

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Overton, Lancashire residents Gary and Angela Williams were walking along Middleton Sands beach close to Morecambe Bay when an unusually large rock caught their attention. Other have probably passed by the object before, but no one believed it was anything special. Luckily, the Williams decided to inspect it and it turned out to be the best decision they’ve ever made.

Looking at the “rock,” and judging from its distinguishing smell which resembled that of rotting fish, the couple knew they stumbled upon fortune.

What they actually found was ambergris, or ‘whale vomit,’ a valuable ingredient in the perfume making industry. Having read about the value these “rocks” can reach, they were aware it was their lucky day.

What in fact is ambergris? “When sperm whales swallow sharp objects – such as the horny beaks of squid, which are their usual food – their intestines secrete a sticky substance that envelops these sharp debris so as not to injure the intestinal mucosa. Over time, these residues agglomerate in the form of lumps of various sizes, which are removed either with feces or regurgitated. Under the influence of the sun and the seawater, this mixture turns into a hard matter, with a specific aromatic smell.”

Gary, who is an engineer, described his and his wife’s find as ‘a bit of a shock’ and added, “It smells too bad though. It’s a very distinctive smell, like a cross between squid and farmyard manure.

“It feels like a rock hard rubber ball. Its texture is like wax, like a candle. When you touch it you get wax sticking to your fingers.”

Gary also said that in case it is sold for a nice amount of money, they would be closer to making their dream of buying a static caravan true.

The value of Garry and Angela’s found, which weighs 1.5 kg, is approximately $70,000.

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Mom of Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss issues first statement

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The tragic passing of the well-known DJ Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss, 40, who was part of The Ellen DeGeneres Show from 2014 to the show’s conclusion earlier this year, left many in devastation.

Many celebrities who knew tWitch took to the social media to share their condolences and show love and support to his family, wife Allison Holker and his three children.

His heartbroken mother, Connie Boss Alexander, has spoken for the first time since her son’s death, which was ruled as suicide.

Along with a photo of tWitch as an infant, Connie wrote, “Family and friends, thank you for all the love, prayers, and encouragement. Please know I see all the messages, posts, and the phone calls. I can’t use words right now. Please know I will reach out when I can. Please continue to keep us in your prayers.”

She then addressed her son and wrote, “Stephen Laurel, your mother loves you to eternity and beyond.”

TMZ reported that before taking his own life, the famous DJ checked into a hotel located just a mile away from his home. He was carrying a small bag with him and was supposed to check out the following day, December 13.

Guests at the hotel who ran into him said he was looking perfectly fine and nothing spoke that he was in distress.

According to the police, before they got a call of gun shots and a dead body, tWitch’s wife shared her concerns with a local LAPD precinct and said that her husband left the house leaving his car home, something he had never done before.

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tWitch’s body was discovered around 11:15 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation regarding his death has been “closed,” and no further information has been shared with the public.

The news of the DJ’s passing was first shared by his wife Allison who released a statement writing, “It is with the heaviest of hearts that I have to share my husband Stephen has left us.

“Stephen lit up every room he stepped into. He valued family, friends and community above all else and leading with love and light was everything to him. He was the backbone of our family, the best husband and father, and an inspiration to his fans.”

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“To say he left a legacy would be an understatement, and his positive impact will continue to be felt. I am certain there won’t be a day that goes by that we won’t honour his memory.

“We ask for privacy during this difficult time for myself and especially for our three children. Stephen, we love you, we miss you, and I will always save the last dance for you.”

Ellen DeGeneres was among those who shared their heartbreak over tWitch’s passing.

We are so very sorry for this tragedy.

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UPS driver is brought to tears after learning why cars were lined up and down the road

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The COVID-19 pandemic affected everyone, in one way or another. And as we hope those tough times are behind us, we can never forget how devastating the past couple of years have been for most of us. Many businesses were forced to shut down, and as a result, many people lost their jobs and even ended on the streets.

And as we all praised doctors and medical workers for their job well done against the virus, the residents of a Virginia neighborhood remembered to show their gratitude to a person holding another vital profession during the pandemic, the UPS driver who always made sure to deliver their goods on time while they stayed home and kept themselves protected.

The USPS, FedEx, and UPS workers helped keep America’s economy alive, although not many spoke about their hard work and sacrifice during the tough times for the humanity.

Anthony Gaskin, a UPS driver, was on his regular route when he noticed an unusual sight. A number of cars were lined up and down the road. He had no idea what could be going on until he saw two children holding posters with the message, “Hallsley loves you, Anthony.” The rest of the people waved and cheered and that’s when Anthony learned that they had done all this just for him.

These people felt that Anthony deserved to be recognized for everything he had done for them during the pandemic.

“Even though his truck does not have sirens and his uniform does not offer added fire protection, Anthony Gaskins is considered a hero in the Hallsley neighborhood,” Patty Friedman later wrote in an email to WTVR. “Through COVID, Anthony has continued working, delivering packages at our doors, record numbers of them, over 180 times to date.

“I wanted to thank him personally for how much he helped me feel welcome when I moved in during a pandemic,” she added. “It was terribly lonely, and he was always the highlight of my day.”

Needles to say, Anthony was brought down to tears and was glad for the gratitude he was offered.

“Arriving on bikes, on foot, and in more than 75 cars, hundreds of Hallsley residents lined the road and waited for Anthony to turn the corner,” Patty told WTVR. “A humble man, he needed to be coaxed, but eventually, slowly drove his truck down the road while children and adults held up signs, screamed his name, honked their horns, and rang bells. Gaskins’ supervisors even showed up to present him with a gift.”

We believe that this has been a well-deserved gesture for everything Anthony and his colleagues are doing for their communities.

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The sorrowful tears of actor Bill Cosby

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Bill Cosby’s only son, Ennis Cosby, was brutally murdered during an attempted robbery back in 1997.

With Ennis’ death, the family suffered a devastating loss they still have a hard time getting over.

Being the son of a famous name in Hollywood, the case of this young man’s tragic passing resulted in significant media coverage, public outrage and an outpouring of support for the Cosby family.

The incident took place when Ennis pulled his car over to the side of a Los Angeles interstate to change a tire. His girlfriend, Stephanie Crane, was in another car. She pulled in front of him and told him to call towing service but Ennis said he would change the tire on his own. Sadly, that decision cost him his life.

Out of nowhere, Ukrainian immigrant Mikhail Markhasev appeared at Ennis’ window and asked for his belongings. He intended to rob both Ennis and Stephanie, but she sped away in fright and disrupted his plan. Unfortunately, Ennis refused to give his money right away and Markhasev shot him in the head leaving him in a pool of blood.

Seeking the $100,000 reward offered by the National Enquirer, a friend of the shooter provided information that led to Markhasev’s arrest in March 1997.

Once Markhasev was tracked down, police officers found the gun he used to commit the murder. He was charged with first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison in July 1998.

Erika Cosby, Ennis’ sister, said she was relieved when she heard the verdict and Bill said of his son, “He was my hero.”

Ennis’ mother, Camille Cosby, wrote an open post for USA Today following her son’s death, expressing her belief that race had a significant role in this tragedy.

The murderer didn’t want to take responsibility for the gruesome act until 2001 when he pleaded guilty and asked for forgiveness from the Cosby family.

As for Ennis, he was a truly special young man loved by everyone who had ever met him. As a young child, he was diagnosed with dyslexia, a learning disability, but he was able to overcome it.

Ennis attended specialized programs and was finally transferred from Morehouse College in Atlanta to Teachers College at Columbia University in New York City, where he thrived academically.

Bill Cosby had been particularly proud of his son’s achievements and taught him strong work ethic, intelligence, ambition, and tenacity in facing adversity.

Ennis provided his father with endless material for jokes and helped inform the character of Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show.

In recent years, Bill Cosby went through an ordeal when several women accused him of sexual assault. Bill was charged with aggravated indecent assault until the matter was dropped in 2021.

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Prince William and Kate Middleton share heartbreaking news

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While the Prince and Princess of Wales are having their hands full with the Christmas preparations, which will be quite different for the family altogether as it would be hosted by King Charles for the first time ever, they are sharing some heartbreaking news.

As the passing of Queen Elizabeth is still heavily felt by the members of the royalty, as well as every Briton, William and Kate suffered another loss recently and it comes at a time when things within the family are getting even more complicated than ever due to the new Netflix documentary featuring Harry and Meghan.

Reports are that the royals are not happy with the trailers and the first episode which aired recently as they believe there are misinterpretations that could affect their reputation.

Although the first episode mainly discusses Harry and Meghan’s early life and the time they first started dating, the intimate interviews and the never-before-seen footage of the Sussexes also introduce some negative ideas that the royals are sure to take umbrage over.

“Members of the Royal Family declined to comment on the content within this series,” a statement at the beginning of the documentary reads.

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However, no matter how curious they probably are to learn what Harry and Meghan have to say in the controversial documentary, neither Kate and William nor other members of the royalty appeared interested in talking about it or even watching the series.

Allegedly, officials from both Kensington and Buckingham Palace were watching the first episodes of Harry and Meghan’s documentary series but the Prince and Princess of Wales refused to watch it, as they were reluctant to engage in any sort of unpleasant battle.

“The trailers already have some glaring errors and misrepresentations, which doesn’t bode well for the full series,” the royal insider said. “But the plan is to keep schtum and carry on.”

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That things aren’t the best speaks the fact that the Sussexes declined Charles’ invitation to spend Christmas in Britain.

Instead, they will be celebrating in sunny California. However, not seeing each other over the holidays doesn’t mean that the royals won’t exchange gifts.

As per reports, William and Kate won’t be sending any gifts to Harry and Meghan, and it can be assumed that the Sussexes will follow suit, but they will certainly send gifts to Archie and Lilibet. William loves his niece and nephew dearly despite the fact he hasn’t seen them in over a year and a half.

“In the absence of goodwill between the couples, William and Kate will not deprive three-year-old Archie and Lilibet, one, of a present under the tree,” Royal commentator Roya Nikkhah wrote in The Times.

“And in one royal tradition that Team Sussex is still on board with, Harry and Meghan have also dispatched gifts for George, Charlotte and Louis, who are nine, seven and four. There will be no presents exchanged between the adults.”

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In the wake of the jolliest time of the year, William and Kate shared that they lost a dear friend, Mark Jenkins, who tragically died in a plane crash while he flew over the Tsavo National Park in Kenya.

Mark and William met during the prince’s gap year and remained very close friends ever since.

“Yesterday, I lost a friend, who dedicated his life to protecting wildlife in some of East Africa’s most renowned national parks,” William said in a statement.

“Mark Jenkins, and his son Peter, were tragically killed when flying over Tsavo National Park while conducting an aerial patrol. Tonight, I’m thinking about Mark’s wife, family and colleagues who’ve sadly lost a man we all loved and admired,” the prince added.

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Early reports of the investigation showed that Mark crashed while he was trying to drive goats, cows, and other animals out of the park.

“KWKenya Wildlife Service and David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (DSWT) teams are at the scene to investigate the circumstances of the crash,” a statement read.

“KWS wishes to express our deepest sympathies and condolences to the families of the deceased.”

Frankfurt Zoological Society released a statement as well, as per the Mirror.

“Mark was a lifelong conservationist and experienced bush pilot, who dedicated his career to protecting wildlife in some of East Africa’s most renowned national parks.

“Passionate, principled, and strong-willed, Mark was never afraid to speak his mind and stand for what he believed in. He was a commanding presence and made an indelible impression wherever he went.”

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The statement continued: “Those of us who worked alongside him remember him for his determination, thoughtfulness, his energy, his mischievous smile, and his deep love of wildlife and wild places.”

William and Kate described Mark as “a man we all loved and admired.”

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Kate Middleton showed her not-so-innocent side with ‘sharp-elbowed tactics’ against Harry and Meghan

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One thing about Kate Middleton that we can all agree about is that she has always been a fascinating public figure. It doesn’t come as a surprise that from the moment she started dating the heir to the British throne all eyes have been on her. During the time she and William were taking some time off and he went on to date other girls, the media dubbed the Princess of Wales “Waity Katie” since she was waiting for a marriage proposal for quite some time.

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“We did split up for a bit,” William admitted in their engagement interview. “But that was just, we were both very young, it was at university, we were both finding ourselves and such, and being different characters and such.”

“I think I at the time wasn’t very happy about it, but actually it made me a stronger person,” Kate added.

“You find out things about yourself that maybe you hadn’t realized. Or I think you can get quite consumed by a relationship when you’re younger. I really valued that time for me as well although I didn’t think it at the time, looking back on it.”

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Although her parents made millions through their business, Kate was still considered a commoner by the wide public.

The two eventually tied the knot at Westminster Abbey in London on April 29, 2011, and William was there to help her adjust to the life as a royal.

Among the rest, being born into the royalty or becoming a member of it later in life, like in Kate’s case, means respecting tradition and playing by the rules. One of the rules that are strictly followed is the dress code while being on royal duty. In her younger days as a royal, Kate seemed not to have respected this code as much as it was expected from her. Allegedly, Kate’s skirt had flown up while in the process of performing her royal duties during several occasions and that made the Queen furious.

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It happened once in 2016, while the Princess was laying down a wreath at the India Gate in the Indian capital of New Delhi and then again in 2019, while she was doing archery in Bhutan.

Allegedly, the Queen revealed her “secret weapon” to Kate, which having curtain weights underneath her skirt to prevent it from happening, but Kate didn’t take the advice.

“The Queen is fed up that Kate hasn’t heeded advice to have her hems weighted to prevent her skirts flying up,” a Buckingham Palace insider said.

Another time when Kate and the late Queen got into a row was when the Princess was pregnant with her third child, Prince Louis. Allegedly, Kate wanted to keep her royal duties at a minimum during that time, something the Queen didn’t quite like.

“Kate wants her public appearances kept to a minimum, and he’s 100 percent behind her,” a source told Life & Style at the time, adding that the conversation between William, Kate, and Queen Elizabeth was “quite icy.”

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Over the years, Kate has become a much loved royal adored by millions of Brits and people from all around the world, but as it looks like, besides her innocent side, she has a strong side to her as well.

According to an article written for The Daily Mail, historian Robert Lacey believes that Kate and William once felt overshadowed by Harry and Meghan and did their best to “put them in their place.”

He further claimed that friends of the Princes were sympathetic to both brother’s plights and argued William and Kate were not innocent in the royal fallout.

“Friends of William and Kate are willing to concede the jealousy the Cambridges once felt at being overshadowed by the megawatt younger brother and his wife,” Lacey wrote.

“History will reveal, they agree, how their friends William and Kate were guilty of some ‘sharp-elbowed’ tactics in seeking to keep Harry and Meghan in their place.”

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What’s most, Lacey mentioned William’s “short temper” and said it couldn’t have helped easy any tension between him and Harry.

“And what about William’s notoriously short temper? Which of the two brothers was so beside himself with rage in January 2020 that he declined to attend the family lunch arranged by the Queen before the Sandringham Summit?

“Both sets of friends see the case for the other side, and seek to urge compromise upon their own particular Prince.”

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Jacqueline Kennedy’s granddaughter is all grown up – you won’t believe what she looks like today

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With her eloquence and her supreme style, as well as her inner charm, Jackie Kennedy, president John F. Kennedy’s wife, stunned millions and made even more fall for her.

President Kennedy’s time at the White House was dubbed “Camelot Presidency,” because it brought hope to many young politicians. By his side, Jackie became a national treasure herself as spread optimism when she took the role of FLOTUS.

Throughout her life, she experienced many highs and lows and some personal tragedies, but she remained strong until the very end, raising her beautiful children and remaining a role model for them.

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Jackie’s daughter, Caroline, who was just four years old when her beloved father was killed, is a political figure herself. She has been married to husband Edwin Schlossberg since 1963 and they have three children together, Jack, Rose, and Tatiana.

Many claim that Rose is a spitting image of her grandmother Jackie and they are not far from the truth. Rose is in fact a living tribute to one of the most beloved First Ladies ever.

Unlike most of the Kennedies, Rose hasn’t pursued a career in politics, but just like her grandmother, who wrote for her school newspaper and was offered a junior editorship at Vogue after graduation, Rose is a talented writer herself.

According to Good Housekeeping, Rose earned an English degree in 2010 and then went on to earn a masters in interactive telecommunications from New York University.

In 2016, Rose and her friend Mara Nelson-Greenberg started a web series called End Times Girls Club. According to Mashable, it was meant to humorously provide a “guide to female-focused apocalypse survival.”

Speaking to the magazine, Rose explained, “It came up as a response to seeing the way that New York responded to Hurricane Sandy, and how people were grossly underprepared — specifically, girls in damsel in distress mode.

“I thought it would be interesting to create this world where girls have to be survivalists without compromising their cute factor.”

When she was young, and her grandmother Jackie was alive, the two shared a very close bond. What’s most, The New York Post reported that Jackie saw Rose every day and doted on her. Rose was five when her grandmother died.

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Rose was also very close to her uncle, John F. Kennedy Jr. who sadly passed away in a plane crash on July 16, 1999. His death crushed Rose. According to Kennedy biographer C. David Heymann, Ross had a hard time coping with the loss.  “He’d been like a father to her. She went into a six-month depression during which she barely spoke to anyone. She stopped eating — she must have lost 30 pounds,” he told The Post.

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Rose is married to wife Rory McAuliffe whom she’d been dating for the past eight years.

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Ellen DeGeneres speaks out after Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss, who DJ’d her show for years, dies at 40

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Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss, the long-time dancing DJ on the The Ellen DeGeneres Show, died by suicide at the age of 40.

The news of his passing was shared by his wife, Allison Holker. In a statement for People, devastated Walker wrote, “It is with the heaviest of hearts that I have to share my husband Stephen has left us.

“Stephen lit up every room he stepped into. He valued family, friends and community above all else and leading with love and light was everything to him. He was the backbone of our family, the best husband and father, and an inspiration to his fans.

“To say he left a legacy would be an understatement, and his positive impact will continue to be felt. I am certain there won’t be a day that goes by that we won’t honour his memory.

“We ask for privacy during this difficult time for myself and especially for our three children. Stephen, we love you, we miss you, and I will always save the last dance for you.”

According to reports, the L.A. police department responded to a call of “death investigation,” at a motel Stephen checked in shortly before taking his own life. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner has confirmed the cause of death as suicide.

Stephen worked as a DJ and a co-host on The Ellen DeGeneres Show from 2014 to the show’s conclusion earlier this year. In 2020, he was promoted to co-executive producer of the daytime talk show. At the end of the final season, he and Ellen sat down to reflect on their work together.

Following his passing, the talk show host took to the social media to reveal how much he meant to her.

“I’m heartbroken,” Ellen wrote alongside a photo of her and tWitch hugging on the stage of her show. “tWitch was pure love and light. He was my family, and I loved him with all my heart. I will miss him. Please send your love and support to Allison and his beautiful children – Weslie, Maddox, and Zaia.”

Many of Stephen’s friends said their final goodbyes.

Ciara wrote, “I am so crushed to hear the news that you are no longer with us. I’ve always known you as joy, laughter, good times, and a big smile! Heaven has gained an angel today!
May you rest in paradise. Praying for your family during this difficult time,” adding a heart and a praying emoji.

Stephen and wife Allison were married since 2013. They shared two biological children together and he was also a father to a step-daughter.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Holker and the rest of tWitch’s loved ones during this heartbreaking time.

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Man ignored mom most her life, then can’t believe his eyes when he looks into her casket

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Most times, we only learn to appreciate what we have after we lose it. Many of us take things for granted and fail to count our blessings, and in such cases, regret is likely to be the feeling that settles in our hearts.

A man named Marc shared one of the most touching stories in front of a group of college students. They couldn’t contain their tears and learned a valuable lesson that they will likely never forget.

In the pursuit of a career, he failed to spend enough time with the one person who was always there for him and never failed him; his mother.

At times, he was embarrassed of the loved she constantly showed him although he was perfectly aware that she only wanted the best for him.

One day, while he was overseas, he got a call that changed his life forever. On the other side of the phone, a voice could be heard saying that they didn’t have good news. His mother, the woman who’d move mountains for him was gone.

March hadn’t seen her in for some time. Her funeral was his last chance to say that final goodbye.

When he finally gathered the courage to approached his mother’s casket, he looked inside and saw his mother like he had never seen her before.

Marc’s sincere words touched many hearts that day and he’s speech has been re-shared over and over again in order to remind us to always find the time for our loved ones.

To find out what happened when he walked up to his mother’s casket, listen to Marc’s inspiring speech in the video below.

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